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Spy For Hire
Indie / New Wave / Rock

"@ SOHO FRIDAY, JULY 25th, COLUMBUS, GA!!!"

Atlanta/Columbus,
United States

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   Spy For Hire: General Info
Member Since4/14/2005
Band Websitespyforhire.net/downloads
Band Members

Ryan Rulon-vox, gtr, ect.

Andy Rich-gtr

Jared Meharg-drums

InfluencesSome of our favorites are: Swervedriver, Shudder To Think, Mansun, Baby, My Bloody Valentine, The Church, Echo and the Bunnymen, Jeff Buckley, New Order, Slowdive, The Smiths, Hall and Oates, Electronic, Bjork, Fugazi, XTC, Superchunk, T-Rex, Pet Shop Boys, R&B radio, NPR, Dinosaur Jr, Madonna, Daft Punk, Yes, Depeche Mode
Sounds Like

"One of the best up-and-coming acts in the south." WVRK- Rock 103FM, Columbus, GA

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"...a group that has found a large, faithful following with it's alternative pop sensibilities and, decidedly, 1980's undercurrent." Brad Barnes- The Columbus Ledger Enquirer

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"Atmospheric, electro-rock is the name of the game for this moody and melodic rock band from Columbus, GA." Flagpole Magazine, Athens GA

Record LabelArchitek One
Type of LabelIndie





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 18 2008 10:00P
Lennys Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 19 2008 9:00P
Hard Rock Live w/ Your Vegas (visit www.ticketalternative.com for tix) Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 25 2008 10:00P
Soho w/ Military Junior Columbus, Georgia

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   About Spy For Hire
The Revolt

In a musical world dominated by American idol and pre-packaged musical acts; Spy for Hire emerges as a reality check to the industry. Remember back before music was safe and prepackaged? Shouldn't music have a sense of revolution? Will the voice of the new generations truly be defined by middle aged men and corporations? Spy For Hire's debut EP "Speak in Numbers" acts as anthem against the status quo and a triumphant return to roots of the early days of Rock N' Roll.

The Band

As it happens in most great cliché pulp novels, heroes emerge from nowhere to bring forth much needed change. Musically, this is that type of pulp novel. Hailing from the small industrial town of Columbus, Georgia – band, Spy for Hire creates music derived from passion and instinct, rather than business trends or historical hype. Formed in 2004, with borrowed instruments by lead singer Ryan Rulon and guitarist Andy Rich; Spy for Hire began its soul mission to create music. Soon with the addition of Jared Meharg on drums and Ty Izumi on bass to round up the bands line up - Spy for Hire began playing throughout the southeast. Musicians and their music should always defy time and place, yet be connected to their specific time and place; Spy for Hire successfully achieves this contradiction, by following their own musical truths.

The Music

"…these guys [SPY FOR HIRE] are the real thing!" stated an ecstatic music fan at the band's recent performance in Athens, GA. Spy for Hire are true throw back to alternative music, when it actually meant a musical alternative to mainstream; its art form is in the sincerity of its truths both lyrically and melodically. "I hear the songs in melodies and then the appropriate words find their home into the song." explains Rulon when questioned about song writing and inspirations. Like many art forms, the source of its creations are mysterious and powerful, which the band delivers to the listeners like shamans channeling from the collective power of their generation.

Speak in Numbers

Spy for Hire's first extended EP "Speak in Numbers" emerges as a passionate musical landscape which effectually speaks to the discontented wanting of today. The opening song, "Luck" masks its pop undertones with raw desire. Track three, "Things Used to Be Good" with its bitter-sweet musings in the chorus " Don't believe, in things you used to be proud of…" further sets the tone of a world that unfortunately must and should be questioned and the discontentment's of a world gone wrong. On track five, "Motorcycle" the power elevates into a tribal-like chant in the songs hypnotic choruses. Speak in Numbers, is skillfully and meticulously produced by James Salter for boutique label Architek One. Spy for Hire, with "Speak in Numbers", has created an infectious opus to the power of rock and needed return to music that matters.

-Benjamin Blake

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CHAOS! Rock 103





Jul 18 2008 8:34 PM

Thanks for add- bad dj
ED





Jul 10 2008 5:05 PM

I'll be seeing you guys at SoHo on the 25th.
Sarah





Jul 8 2008 5:42 AM

miss you guys!
Atlanta Music Guide





Jun 27 2008 7:12 AM

You have been featured on Atlanta Music Guide! Click on the logo below to read!
Southeast Performer Magazine





Jun 25 2008 1:41 PM

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Robyn





Jun 13 2008 3:23 PM

Thank you so much for playing the Benefit for Shannon Robertson At Vinyl on June 22nd!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Make the Fur Fly (is broken up)





Jun 12 2008 3:44 PM

Thanks again for everything this past weekend.
We fucking love you!
Arm In Arms





Jun 6 2008 11:14 PM

thank you so much for lending your support and friendship....it is greatly valued and treasured.

AIA
The Drizzle





Jun 6 2008 2:41 PM

Would love to come to the house party tonight but not having a car right now sucks
*Sleepy Knees McGee*





Jun 6 2008 11:48 PM

I hate I had to miss the show. work sucks... blah blah blah, but I am anxiously awaiting corndog ORAMA... and voting for OBAMA. love yawl.

OH and i hope yawl were able to raise some money to help the fur that flys. its unfortunate the craxkheadery that exists up here.

love love love(love love) TEEBS
CHAOS! Rock 103





May 28 2008 10:47 PM

Your on!!

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*Sleepy Knees McGee*





May 23 2008 12:12 PM

last night was fucking amazing. I love you kids.
cant wait to see what was caught on tape
Sarah





May 22 2008 6:52 PM

wish I could be there tonight! I miss you guys :)
*Sleepy Knees McGee*





May 21 2008 8:20 PM

also, things used ot be good is almost as great as come on back me up...almost.
*Sleepy Knees McGee*





May 19 2008 12:20 PM

So Im in need of some oxygen :) cant wait to rock out.
Make the Fur Fly (is broken up)





May 14 2008 10:48 AM

Atlanta clubs every time have given envelopes with money in them marked as "Fur."
So, there is your abbreviation you requested.
Y'all coming to the Brotus Patch (Soho) this Friday?
katie





May 15 2008 2:54 AM

im going to try to make it next thursday, cheers
James Salter





May 13 2008 12:49 AM

Ach dich!!

http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=DrBkl6iDWq0

(but wasn't Rulon French?}
.kara.





May 9 2008 11:58 AM

ha, no doubt! I saw ya'll Lenny's in April(I'm Bryan's girlfriend) and you guys put on a great show!
Fluffy Ruffian





May 8 2008 5:41 AM

When you guys coming back to Cola?
Make the Fur Fly (is broken up)





May 1 2008 11:02 PM

"On the road again"
Oh yeah, I would also like to quote the great Catfish,
"FUCK THAT CAPTCHA SHIT"
Chz Gritz





Apr 14 2008 10:23 PM

I had soooo much fun Friday! I got a few good pics. They are posted on my page. Come check them out.

Christi
Make the Fur Fly (is broken up)





Apr 29 2008 11:38 AM

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Apr 16 2008 3:15 PM

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Apr 14 2008 11:22 AM

Great show Friday night!
It's always a pleasure to see our niggas!
April Cover


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Mar 27 2008 2:40 AM

looking forward to playing with you guys at the nick. see you there.
Mike





Mar 18 2008 7:50 PM


March 5, 2008 in Athens, GA @ Caledonia Lounge
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SLOW MOTION CRASH





Mar 14 2008 10:31 AM

yo gents, just stopping by to say hi!
hope all is well!
cheers,
-brian
Erineska





Mar 12 2008 7:01 AM

Can't wait to see you guys in Tampa!
Make the Fur Fly (is broken up)





Mar 12 2008 9:46 AM

Sweet panthers! We're excited as fuuuhhhccckkkk! Ryan you best behave yourself in Tejas this week.

smooches,
Gene
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Mar 7 2008 2:19 PM

I seemed to have misplaced my smasher! You guys shook it up the past few nights around here I seem to recall, so I thought you were the likely culprits! Always glad to see you!
Modest Roots





Mar 5 2008 12:15 PM

Droppin' so bloody love to you guys!
Jesus Aaron





Mar 4 2008 9:33 PM

Much Love. Do your thing my friend.

Be Ever in Bliss,
Jesus Aaron
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Mar 4 2008 9:38 PM

double-header. solid.
Sorcha After Dark





Mar 3 2008 7:16 AM

Thanx for the add! Your music is wonderful! I especially like "Luck".
Clint Bussey